Evidence of discrimination against Muslims in Europe highlights need for action against Islamophobia

21 September 2017 - ENAR’s reaction to the findings of the survey on Muslims’ experiences of discrimination in the European Union published by the EU Fundamental Rights Agency, on the occasion of European Day Against Islamophobia.

Michael Privot, Director of the European Network Against Racism (ENAR), said:

"The findings of this survey put a finger on the pervasive discrimination Muslims continue to experience across Europe. They underline the urgency of promoting inclusive narratives and practices related to Muslims’ presence in Europe. Instead, too often they are considered as ‘the other’ and a problem to manage.

What levels of exclusion and stigmatisation are the EU and Member State governments waiting for to act politically? The release of these findings is an opportunity to adopt informed action plans that will enable Muslim men and women to fully participate in European societies. This is a chance for the EU to become a champion in the fight against Islamophobia."

Background

21 September is European Action Day Against Islamophobia. For the first time since it was initiated by the Council of Europe in 2014, the European Commission’s Vice-President in charge of fundamental rights Frans Timmermans has published an official statement on this occasion.

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